Sopaipillas

Directions

1. 1
   Sift dry ingredients together.
2. 2
   Work in shortening with fingertips until mixture has the consistency of cornmeal.
3. 3
   Add just enough water to hold together.
4. 4
   Let rest in refrigerator for 10 minutes.
5. 5
   Roll dough to thickness of 1/8 inch and cut into 1 1/2-inch squares.
6. 6
   Fry in deep oil until crisp and brown, about 3 minutes on each side.
7. 7
   Drain and serve hot.
8. 8
   For a sweet bread, roll in cinnamon-sugar after frying.
9. 9
   Makes about 6 dozen.